Man with Sword

c. 1622

Jacques Callot

Associated Names
Jacques Callot

Artist, French, 1592 - 1635

This is a drawing of two fanciful figures with exaggerated features. The figures are depicted in dynamic postures, wearing extravagant costumes. They stand on one leg with raised arms, facing away from the viewer. The figures are embellished with elaborate headwear and draped clothing. The artist uses simple, clean lines with minimal shading to define the contours and folds of their garments.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching on laid paper

  • Credit Line

    R.L. Baumfeld Collection

  • Dimensions

    plate: 5.7 × 8.4 cm (2 1/4 × 3 5/16 in.)
    sheet: 8.8 × 10.1 cm (3 7/16 × 4 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1969.15.463

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Lieure, no. 444, State i/ii

Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1924

  • Lieure, J. Jacques Callot. 5 vols. Paris: Editions de la Gazette des Beaux Arts, 1924-1927. Reprint. 8 vols. New York: Collectors' Editions, 1969.

Wikidata ID

Q65509342

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